Peggy E. Montaño
About Peggy E. Montaño
Peggy E. Montaño is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. Peggy E. Montaño is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Environmental Law
- Water Law
Current Firm: Trout Raley Montaño Freeman Sinor Thompson PC
Education: University of Colorado at Boulder, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: Denver, CO
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